The stage is being prepared for Taylor Swift’s three-night stint at Lincoln Financial Field, and her fans, known as the “Swifties,” are out in full force. Hotels in the area are already reaching capacity, and bars and restaurants are anticipating large crowds throughout the city.

On Thursday, fans gathered in long lines for hours to purchase new merchandise, with some even camping out overnight to secure their spot. One fan mentioned that they had been waiting since 2 a.m. and were satisfied with getting what they wanted.

Tickets for the shows are still available but are being sold for thousands of dollars. As of Thursday, some of the most expensive tickets were priced near $8,000. Despite the high prices, fans are determined to attend the concert and are willing to go to great lengths to secure their tickets. One fan, Shannon Steacker, from Sicklerville, expressed that the process of obtaining tickets was challenging but ultimately worth it, calling it the worst day of their life but stating they were able to acquire the tickets.